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197 Happy Avenue, 
Bethel, NY 12720

$865,000


3

Beds


1

Bath


1,592

Sq Ft


Single Family

Active

Listed by

Martha I Gaffney

Old Towne Living Ny Inc.

Last updated:

August 5, 2025, 11:39 AM

MLS#

897058

Source:

One Key MLS

About This Home

197 Happy Avenue

Wake up to 85 acres of green glory overlooking Lemon Brook Pond. History, comfort, tranquility, all the unique features this 1840's Farmhouse has to offer. Nestled behind the gates of "Valley Brook Farm" lies this beautiful historic home. It has been recently remodeled to include new windows, all new stainless steel appliances, all new electric, insulation, well tank, kitchen, bathroom & flooring. Home has a beautiful wood burning stone decorated fireplace. Original hardware on door and some antique items used back in the day in bedrooms. Bedrooms are decent size with wood coverings. Basement has separate access currently in the plans to be updated. Spacious door porch overlooking Lemon Brook Pond. Separate stand alone oversized 2 car garage with lawn equipment and unique items that are negotiable in sale. Attic space inside garage. Other use of current land aside of farming: subdivision of property can be considered by town for residential use. A minimum of 3 acres allowed to build a separate stand alone house. Any other use is to be considered and submitted to the planning board. The town of Bethel is known for many lakes including Kauneonga Lake. Shops and restaurants along the lake to enjoy scenery and ambience. The Town of Bethel was brought to the world's attention in 1969, when nearly 500,000 people gathered at Max Yasgur's farm for "Three Days of Peace and Music". The documentary made about Woodstock released in 1970 showed interviews with numerous Bethel residents, including Art Vassmer, co-owner of Vassmers General Store in Kauneonga Lake. Loads of history and still about 2 hour drive from NYC. Don't miss out your opportunity to not only own a unique Farmhouse but also be part of a growing town and or development!!! Boating, hiking, hunting, parks.... etc... see yourself here?!

Home Facts

Single Family

1 Bath

3 Bedrooms

Built in 1840

Price Summary

865,000

$543 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

897058

Last Updated:

August 5, 2025, 11:39 AM

Added:

3 day(s) ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

3

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

1

Full Bathrooms:

1

Interior

Living Area:

1,592 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Architectural Style:

Colonial, Cottage, Farmhouse

Building Area:

1,592 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1840


Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

3,692,581


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$865,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$543 per Sq. Ft.

Source:One Key MLS
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